Automation Technical Lead – Utilities, Building Management Systems

Role Overview

• Technical lead for automation scope supporting Utilities and Building Management Systems (BMS), including HVAC, central plant, critical utilities monitoring, and facility integration points
• Own automation/BMS technical requirements: URS/FRS, control narratives, I/O lists, points lists, network architecture, and cybersecurity requirements in coordination with IT/OT
• Develop and review design deliverables (P&IDs, control diagrams, sequences of operation, panel designs, wiring schematics, and specifications) from integrators and EPC partners
• Lead vendor/integrator selection support, technical bid evaluation, and scope-of-work definition; manage technical interfaces and clarify RFI responses
• Drive commissioning readiness: review test protocols, support FAT/SAT/IOQ, oversee functional testing, manage punch lists, and ensure turnover packages are complete
• Coordinate cutovers, downtime planning, and operational readiness with Facilities/Operations; provide troubleshooting support and root cause analysis
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards and site procedures (e.g., GMP where applicable)

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Controls Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of experience in industrial/facilities automation with at least 3 years in a technical lead or senior engineer role
• Hands-on experience with BMS and automation platforms (e.g., Siemens Desigo, Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley)
• Experience with integrations/protocols such as BACnet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, OPC, EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, and Fieldbus (as applicable)
• Experience with data historians and OT data collection (e.g., OSIsoft/AVEVA PI)
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, central utilities, and building systems (AHUs, chillers, boilers, pumps, VFDs, cooling towers, steam, compressed air, WFI/RO where applicable)
• Ability to produce/review sequences of operation, control narratives, and commissioning/functional test documentation
• Knowledge of OT networks, segmentation, and secure remote access
• Proven experience supporting commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting in operating facilities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Tech Stack

• Cyber Security

Benefits

• At Validation & Engineering Group, people always come first
• Empowerment to do your best work
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in healthcare and technology